Engineering Design
Tech Zephyr 4.0CADathon
Design fast. Model precisely. Outlast the competition. CADathon is a high-pressure 3D modelling battle where speed, accuracy, precision, and problem-solving are put to the test. Recreate a reference model against the clock, then watch the top eight go head-to-head in a live 1v1 knockout, modelling the same object simultaneously.
Prize Pool
₹25,000
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Registration
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Confirm your registration slot for CADathon. Complete your submission through the official registration form.
⚠️Only for participants shortlisted after Round 1
The Challenge
Highlights
Key Highlights
What Makes This Competition Different
3D Model Recreation
HighlightAccuracy & Speed
HighlightTop 8 Qualification
HighlightLive 1v1 CAD Battle
HighlightExperience
What To Expect
Competition Experience
Built To Challenge You
Participants receive a reference 3D model and approximately one to two hours to recreate it.
The recreated model is submitted as a STEP file along with its final volume.
Accuracy and submission time are used during qualification.
The top eight participants qualify for the live 1v1 CAD Battle.
The final battle progresses through knockout stages including quarterfinals, semifinals and final.
Models become progressively more complex as competitors advance.
CADathon
Challenge · Build · Compete
Evaluation
How You Will Be Judged
Model Accuracy
PrimaryGeometric accuracy of the recreated CAD model.
Speed
PrimaryTime taken to complete and submit the model.
Precision
FinalAccuracy of dimensions and resulting model properties.
Schedule
Competition Timeline
Registration Deadline
Round 1
Top 8 Selection
Live CAD Battle
Rewards
What's At Stake
Guidelines
Rules & Regulations
Participation is individual.
Participants may use CAD software of their choice.
The provided reference model must be recreated within the specified time.
Both the STEP file and required volume submission must be completed.
Only the participant's own work may be submitted.
Unauthorised assistance or unfair means can result in disqualification.
The organising committee's decision is final.
⚠️Only for participants shortlisted after Round 1